Norman Theckston Jr., of West Deptford, formerly of Gloucester City, Korean War Army Vet
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Norman Theckston Jr., age 75 passed away on January 27, 2008. Norm was a good-hearted man with a quick wit and strong devotion to his family.
Norm has called West Deptford home for over 40 years, having moved from Gloucester City where he was born and raised. He was a graduate of Camden Catholic and attended Rutgers University. During the Korean Conflict, he answered the call to proudly serve in the US Army. Prior to retirement, Norm provided for his family by working for RCA Camden, NJ for 20 years in customer relations and then as an accounts administrator with Magnetic Metals, Camden. Music was ever present in Norman's life; he enjoyed varied sounds from Big Band to musicals.
He is the beloved husband of 42 years to the late Regina R. (nee Miller); devoted father of Donna Nagin, Trisha Dow (Bill) and Daniel Theckston (Catherine); loving grandfather of Danny, Christopher, Nicky, Ryan and Alexis.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing 9-10:45 AM and Lifetime Tribute Service 11 AM Wed. in the McGuinness Funeral Home, 34 Hunter St., Woodbury. Interment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer's disease Foundation 325 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106.